The term junk DNA has been in use for decades, despite the growing realization that the phrase is a misnomer. After all, junk carries a connotation of uselessness, when it may be more accurate to say science doesn’t yet know the various functions of this DNA category. In a recently published study conducted by Keck […]
Why Mental Well-Being Tends to Be Higher in Summer
In a new study linking better mental well-being to the summer season, Binghamton University, State University of New York (SUNY), researchers highlight the influence of the sunny season on important factors known to impact mental state and function. These factors include sleep, exercise and diet. What is really remarkable about this study is that it […]
Deep Sleep: A Powerful Weapon Against Brain Disorders?
Scientific evidence of the relationship between deep sleep and brain health has been rapidly increasing over the past decade. Of particular importance to many researchers is the relationship between sleep and brain disorders, including Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s. While links have been established between sleep disorders and these types of major brain disorders, scientists are still […]
The Role of Chronopharmacology in Medicine
While concepts associated with chronobiology have been with us for centuries, it is only with modern science that we’ve been able to truly see how biological rhythms come into play on a molecular level. As science is able to delve deeper into the study of biological rhythms and the significance of their timing, a wealth […]
Sleep and Aging: Can Deep Sleep Keep You Young?
It is well established that deep sleep is essential to overall health and well-being, both short-term and long-term. During deep sleep, numerous health-preserving processes take place, including the flushing of toxins from the brain, the repair of tissues and immune system strengthening. According to University of California, Berkeley researchers, in addition to the connection between […]
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